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Archer closing oversubscribed PIPE as part of $215M investment round led by Stellantis

Archer Aviation announced that the PIPE portion of its larger $215M investment round led by Stellantis announced last Thursday is positioned to close today. ARK and United Airlines were two of the largest investors in the PIPE signifying the intersection of innovative financial institutions and traditional aerospace investing in disruptive technologies. Adam Goldstein, founder and CEO of Archer...

Unique South Florida partnership - Spirit Airlines and Wayman Aviation to train future pilots

Wayman Aviation Academy announced a unique partnership with Spirit Airlines through their Spirit Wings Pilot Pathway program. The program will provide graduates with easily accessible, local mentorship with Spirit Airlines pilots and a fast track to a career in aviation as a First Officer with the airline.What also makes this partnership unique is that Wayman Aviation is the on...

Independent Falcon Aircraft Operators Association prepares for second annual meeting

The Independent Falcon Aircraft Operators Association will hold its second annual meeting on September 26 and 27, 2023, in Dallas. Last year’s event welcomed more than 70 owner/operators and flight department members representing more than 60 aircraft. The IFAOA will offer a program of technical and social content with a goal of building community. Presentations will cover top...

FAA issues Archer certificate to begin flying Midnight; on track to complete first ever eVTOL customer delivery

Archer Midnight aircraft received its Special Airworthiness Certificate from the FAA.This certification signals that Archer’s Midnight aircraft has successfully met all FAA safety requirements allowing it to begin flight test operations, which Archer expects to commence in the coming weeks. Archer continues to make strong progress on Midnight’s certification program with the FAA i...

Aviation MRO leader Flying Colours joins Flexjet family of companies

Flying Colours is joining the Flexjet family of companies. This further expands the private jet travel industry most significant maintenance and product support network, with facilities in the United States, Canada and Europe supporting Flexjet’s rapidly growing fleet. Flying Colours, headquartered in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada, offers not only a full range of MRO services but a...

Samson Sky announces record breaking sales for Switchblade flying car

During the week-long world famous aviation celebration in AirVenture Oshkosh the Switchblade added 115 vehicles to their order books, valued at nearly $22MM. This two-seat flying sports car is arguably the most sought-after flying car in history, with over 2400 Reservations from 57 countries, including all 50 US states. In addition to Reservations, over 100 vehicles have been pre-purchased by...

PLANA joins U.S. AAM research program to boost technology development

PLANA is waiting for final approvals to lease space in the National Advanced Air Mobility Center of Excellence in Springfield, Ohio, as part of efforts to accelerate its technology research and development, as well as its plans for global expansion. PLANA would join other eVTOL OEM who have had a presence at the Springfield-Beckley Municipal Airport like Joby Aviation and...

Gulfstream G550 completes 1 millionth flight

The high-performing Gulfstream G550 fleet recently completed its 1 millionth landing, proving the long-lasting durability of the aircraft and its continued performance excellence. To date, the G550 fleet has logged 2.6 million flight hours. The G550 Gulfstream Enhanced Vision System, now known as Enhanced Flight Vision System (EFVS), and was recognized for this achievement and other...

Iconic Catalina amphibious flying boat to be resurrected as new production transport category turboprop

A rebirth? Yes, just one announced by Catalina Aircraft. The rebirth of the iconic and legendary Catalina as the Catalina II Amphibious Turboprop. A production re-start program has been formalized for the Next Generation Amphibious Aircraft Catalina II twin turboprop amphibious flying boat, and the company is preparing to take pre-orders as part of the turboprop production re-start program.&n...

Landmark investment in eVTOL - Archer and U.S. Air Force enter into contracts worth up to $142 million

Archer Aviation has significantly expanded its partnership with the DoD by signing new contracts with the U.S. Air Force with a total value of up to $142 million. This new execution phase of the partnership includes the delivery of up to six of Archer’s Midnight aircraft to the Air Force, the sharing of additional flight test data and certification related test reports, pilot training, and t...

Five years of flying above and beyond at Floyd Carlson Airfield

This month, Bell celebrates the fifth anniversary of the opening of the Bell Training Academy Floyd Carlson Airfield. Since it’s opening, the Floyd Carlson Airfield has become well-known around the world for providing a top-tier customer experience. The airfield is comprised of various runways and an elevated landing platform designed to simulate the environments t...

Hartzell announces Diamond option, Wipaire Caravan Prop, 30,000 in 30

Working closely with Diamond Aircraft, Hartzell Propeller has received a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) from the FAA to replace Diamond DA40 NG MT wood/composite propellers with new and higher performance 3-bladed lightweight Polaris composite props. The 74-inch diameter three-blade ASCII carbon fiber prop for the Austro Engine E4-A features a lightweight Bantam aluminum hub and 2,400-hour /...